Civic Education (All Classes)

Political Apathy: Fighting, Forms of Political Apathy

Fighting the political apathy Political apathy, a prevalent phenomenon in contemporary society, encapsulates the passive and disengaged attitude or, in some cases, outright refusal of citizens to actively participate in the multifaceted realm of their state’s political affairs. This widespread phenomenon manifests itself through a conspicuous absence of enthusiasm, curiosity, and eagerness when it comes […]

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Employment: Definition, Factors and Poverty

EMPLOYMENT means to be engaged in a job or occupation. UNEMPLOYMENT is having no paid job or to be out of job. It can also be explained to be an involuntary idleness. FACTORS AFFECTING EMPLOYMENT Artificial barriers to geographical mobility of labour across the various state-based sub-labour markets. Culturally-biased employment practices. Parochial practices in employment

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BANNED AND CONTAMINATED FOODS

CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF THE SALES OF BANNED AND CONTAMINATED FOODS Causes and Effects of the Sales of Banned and Contaminated Food: The following are the causes of sales of banned and contaminated foods. Poverty Ignorance Apathy Selfishness Indiscipline Corruption Lack of good parental care or guidance Dishonesty Disease EFFECT OF BANNED AND CONTAMINATED FOOD

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Human Rights: Civic, Political, Economic

Various types of human rights Civic Rights These include The right to vote during an election The right to freedom  of    Conscience  and   religion Right to   freedom  from  discrimination The right to   freedom    of   personal    liberty Political rights of a citizens The right to a  fair hearing The right to   freedom of   association and   public 

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Causes and Effects of Murder and Rape

Causes of Murder and Rape Poor Education of Youths Lack of proper education leads to limited understanding of moral values and acceptable social behavior. Insufficient emphasis on character-building in schools contributes to the rise in violent tendencies. Poor Parenting Neglectful or abusive parenting can foster anger and aggression in children. Parents who fail to instill

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Relationship Between Federal, State and Local Government

Federal, State, and Local Government in the United States The relationship between the federal, state, and local governments in the United States is defined by a system known as federalism. Federalism is a principle that divides power and authority between the national government (federal government) and the individual state governments, allowing each level to have

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PUNISHABLE OFFENCES AND PUNISHMENT FOR BREAKING THE LAW

People commit lots of offenses in their activities or relationships with others that are punishable by law. There are various types and degrees of offenses commensurate with their punishment. There are two classes of offenses (1) Criminal offenses and (2) Civic offenses CRIMINAL OFFENCES: There are severe offences with severe penalties. Though citizen must be

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Protection of Human Rights & Rule of Law

Definition Protection of human rights and the rule of law are fundamental principles that form the basis of a just and equitable society. Let’s explore each of these concepts in more detail: 1. Human Rights: Human rights are inherent to all individuals, regardless of their race, gender, nationality, religion, or any other characteristic. They encompass

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Consumer Rights and Responsibilities

Consumer rights and responsibilities refer to the set of entitlements and obligations that individuals have when engaging in economic transactions as consumers. These rights and responsibilities aim to protect consumers from unfair practices, ensure their safety, and promote fair and transparent business interactions. Here are some key consumer rights and responsibilities: The Right to Safety

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Democracy | Types, Features, Institutions & Pillars of Democracy

What is Democracy? Democracy is a system of government in which power is vested in the people, either directly or through elected representatives. It is a form of governance where citizens participate in decision-making processes, have the right to vote, and have the ability to shape the policies and laws that govern them. In a

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